Why do I have no attachments with Invisalign? (photos)

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I am on tray 2/30 of Invisalign. I am meeting the ortho again for a check up on progress at the end of tray 4. Why have I got no attachments?

Sarah Thompson, DMD · Answer

Hello there,Invisalign attachments are generally placed at the beginning of treatment, but not necessarily at the first appointment.  I would recommend speaking with your dentist, who can tell you when exactly you'll be getting your attachments. Good luck and I hope this helps. Follow me if you have more questions.Sarah Thompson, DMDSt. Louis, MO area (O'Fallon, IL)Real Self 100

Supriya Verma, DMD, FAGD · Answer

Every case is unique.  It depends on how your doctor worked up your case.  Attachments add forces to teeth that help the tooth move in certain direction that is not possible with just the aligner alone. Sometimes attachments are added later in the treatment so patients can get use to wearing the aligners first.  Adding attachments makes it harder to remove the aligner and takes some time to get use too. After getting use to the aligner without the attachments, it will be a little bit easier getting use to removing them with the attachments. Hope that helps!  Good Luck!

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